Meysan has successfully represented a leading global manufacturer in defending against a request to suspend the importation of its products into Egypt.

In the context of an ongoing termination dispute with a local distributor, our partner Mourad Haggag and senior associate Ismail Lamie secured a favorable court decision rejecting the distributor’s request for interim relief. This result underscores the strength of our Egypt disputes team in handling high-stakes commercial matters and navigating complex, business-critical litigation.

Kuwait Launches Comprehensive Regulatory Framework Introducing the Bonds and Sukuk as Tradable Instruments
Kuwait Launches Comprehensive Regulatory Framework Introducing the Bonds and Sukuk as Tradable Instruments

Background Boursa Kuwait (“Boursa”) has announced the implementation of a comprehensive regulatory and legislative framework governing bonds and sukuk, following approval by the Kuwait Capital market Authority (“CMA”) under Resolution No. 38 of 2026 dated 1 April 2026 (“CMA Resolution”), in conjunction with amendments to Boursa rulebook introduced by Boursa… Read more

Kuwait Merger Control: CPA Issues New Notification Thresholds
Kuwait Merger Control: CPA Issues New No...

Board Resolution No. 32 of 2026 - Published in the Official Gazette on 5 April 2026 - In Force Immediately Authors: Abdulwahab Sadeq (Partner), Lama Abou Ali (Counsel), Adel Alasousi (Senior Associate) and Sara Awaly (Associate) KEY TAKEAWAYS On 5 April 2026, the Kuwait Competition Protection Agency (the "CPA") published… Read more

Dubai’s Latest Legislative Wave: A Shift from Flexibility to Accountability
Dubai’s Latest Legislative Wave: A Shi...

Over the past few weeks, Dubai has introduced a series of laws that, when viewed together, signal something much broader than routine regulatory updates. This is not incremental reform. It reflects a structural shift in how regulation is conceived and enforced. The issuance of Dubai Law No. (3) of 2026,… Read more

Directors’ Duties During Periods of Geopolitical Uncertainty: A UAE and Kuwait Perspective
Directors’ Duties During Periods of Ge...

In times of regional uncertainty, businesses often reassess their operational and financial exposure. For boards of directors, however, the legal position remains clear: geopolitical developments do not alter the duties owed by directors under UAE and Kuwait law. Under UAE Federal Decree Law No. 32 of 2021 on Commercial Companies… Read more

Guidance Note to Insurance Companies Operating in the State of Kuwait
Guidance Note to Insurance Companies Ope...

Subject: Risk and Claims Management in Light of Current Geopolitical Circumstances and Disruptions to Some Business Activities In light of the geopolitical developments and the ongoing war in the region, and the resulting economic and operational impacts, including the disruption of some business activities or the temporary closure of facilities,… Read more

Kuwait Strengthens Oversight of Online Businesses with New Digital Commerce Law
Kuwait Strengthens Oversight of Online B...

Law No. (10) of 2026 Regulating the Digital Commerce Sector Law No. (10) of 2026 regarding the regulation of the digital commerce sector in Kuwait establishes a legal framework governing commercial activities conducted through digital and electronic platforms within the State of Kuwait. The law aims at regulating the expanding… Read more